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Design

1.has an over-the-ear form

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Comfortable full-size form with earcups that fully enclose your ears. This model is loved for its increased sound isolation and the fact that it won't leak sound to your neighbors. It offers potential for maximum bass and loudness levels.

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2.has a detachable cable

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With a detachable cable you can use alternative cables, and if the cable is pulled it will pop out instead of breaking.

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3.can be folded

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Foldable devices are easier to transport and take up less storage space.

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4.has a tangle free cable

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The cable is designed to minimize tangling.

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5.travel bag is included

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The device comes with its own special case or pouch, which is useful for safe transportation.

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6.has included ear pads

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Allows you to change ear pads without buying new ones.

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Sound quality

1.highest frequency

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The highest frequency at which device produces audio. The higher the high-frequency response, the clearer and crispier the treble.

Best

Sony MDR-Z1R

120000Hz

39800Hz

20000Hz

2.lowest frequency

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The lowest frequency at which the device produces audio. The lower the low-frequency response, the stronger and juicier the bass.

Best

Sony MH1CBLK

1Hz

10Hz

20Hz

3.sound pressure level

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Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.

Best

AKG K553 Pro

144dB/mW

105dB/mW

113dB/mW

4.impedance

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Impedance is the device’s electrical resistance to the current being pushed through it. The lower the impedance, the easier it is to get higher volume and requires less power.

Best

Flips Solo 2 Social

4 Ohms

62 Ohms

40 Ohms

5.has a neodymium magnet

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Devices with neodymium magnets are lighter and more powerful than those which use ferrite magnets. They also have more bass and clear high notes.

AKG K702

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Connectivity

1.has a 3.5mm male connector

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A standard 3.5mm male connector is suitable for use with all MP3 players and computer sound cards.

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Features

1.can be used as a headset

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A headset is one headphone or pair with a built-in microphone. Headsets can be used for applications which require communication i.e. Skype, games with voice chat, mobile phones etc.

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2.has an in-line control panel

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There is a control panel on the cable, so you can easily operate the device without having to interact with it.